The Power of Medieval Icons
Gone Medieval
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Iconoclasm and Restoration in Protestant Societies
Exploring the historical context of Protestant societies' aversion to religious imagery and the ongoing battle over the use of icons, with a focus on the suppression of Marian images during the Reformation era and the controversy around the role of the Virgin Mary in combating patriarchy. The chapter also delves into the preservation and restoration of medieval icons in the UK, particularly in Walsingham and the Anglican church in Willston, reflecting on the revival of these icons and gestures of reconciliation between Anglicans and Roman Catholics.
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